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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why are De-hong's children sent to boarding schools?
(a) De-hong fell ill and was not able to care for them.
(b) The party wanted them trained to be loyal at an early age.
(c) It was the law under the Communist reign.
(d) Their nurses were all found to be unsuitable.

2. Why were De-hong and Wang Yu forced to "self-admonishment"?
(a) They were caught spending nights together after being wed.
(b) They accepted invitations without permission from the party.
(c) They wanted to leave work early to get married.
(d) They were showing mercy to Kuomintang officials.

3. Why was Yu-Fang afraid of her own servants?
(a) She did not want them to spread lies about her.
(b) She was seen as lower than a servant.
(c) They threatened to steal her baby when she was not looking.
(d) They were cruel to her.

4. What does Wang Yu do during their journey that disillusions De-hong about their marriage?
(a) Accepts a ride in a jeep when she must walk.
(b) Talks at length with other women in the party.
(c) Speaks ill of her family and friends.
(d) Mocks her for her slow pace.

5. Where are the people of China forced to eat during the famine?
(a) Communal kitchens.
(b) In the city center.
(c) Outside their homes where people can see them.
(d) In their homes at specific times.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why can Chang Shou-yu buy toys and books, but not food?

2. What was Fang-Yu busy with while De-hong was being incarcerated?

3. How long are De-hong and Wang Yu separated when he is transferred to Yibin?

4. Why does De-hong feel as though she has let Hui-ge down?

5. Why did Lin's husband pass her around to family members?

(see the answer key)

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